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Shawnee, KS Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Emily Smith

Is public transit usable in Shawnee?

I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $106,312 in Shawnee. Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent...

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chicago_silas

What's it really like living in Shawnee?

First post here. Been living here since 2014. With a population of 68,175, Shawnee is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $332,900, which seems about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Shawnee sits at 212.7 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Ni...

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Adam Johnson

What I wish I knew before living in Shawnee

Hey, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Shawnee sits at 212.7 per 100K. The median home value here is around $332,900, which seems about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Am I wrong here?

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Connor Richardson

Just moved to Shawnee, any tips?

Alright, Any advice would be great. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Genesis G.

Best kept secrets of Shawnee, KS

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We're a young couple and Rent is about $1,233/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 68,175 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Appreciate any input. Property taxes are high bu...

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Cameron Bailey

Is Shawnee getting better or worse?

Been meaning to ask this. Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $106,312 in Shawnee. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance!

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Silas Ross

Anyone work in healthcare in Shawnee?

TIA! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Emily Smith

Biggest downsides of living in Shawnee?

Been meaning to ask this. Crime rate is something to consider -Shawnee sits at 212.7 per 100K. Household incomes average around $106,312 in Shawnee. It's a a smaller city city with about 68,175 people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The foo...

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Emma

Internet providers in Shawnee?

I'm a 23-year-old contractor and Household incomes average around $106,312 in Shawnee. Median household income is $106,312, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Worth the trade-offs? The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is sur...

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Cameron Bailey

Rent in Shawnee getting crazy

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 68,175 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if y...

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Emily Smith

Best apartments in Shawnee under ?

There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Alexander R.

Just moved to Shawnee, any tips?

Hello, Household incomes average around $106,312 in Shawnee. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for Shawnee?

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Wyatt Williams

Is Shawnee still affordable?

Hey folks, Median household income is $106,312, which feels pretty solid for the area. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Thanks!

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local_grayson89

Job market in Shawnee for tech?

First post here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thanks in advance! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Cameron Bailey

Is Shawnee still affordable?

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from Kansas City and You can expect to pay around $1,233 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain nei...

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Easton Gonzalez

Should I move to Shawnee or stay in Austin?

So, Crime rate is something to consider -Shawnee sits at 212.7 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 68,175 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a growing tech scene which is exc...

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Wyatt Williams

Shawnee quality of life -am I missing something?

Homes are going for about $332,900 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar situation? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, ...

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Nora

Is Shawnee worth moving to in 2026?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $332,900 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Let me know your thoughts. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisin...

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Emma

Housing in Shawnee compared to Tampa

Alright, Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Noah Hernandez

Anyone else love living in Shawnee?

My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $332,900 on average. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic c...

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Nevaeh P.

Dog-friendly places in Shawnee?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2007. Rent is about $1,233/month for a decent place.

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Adam Johnson

Anyone else love living in Shawnee?

I'm a 29-year-old chef and Crime rate is something to consider -Shawnee sits at 212.7 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What are your go-to spots? The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborh...

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chicago_silas

Biggest downsides of living in Shawnee?

OK so I'm retired and With a population of 68,175, Shawnee is a smaller city. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any help is appreciated. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in ce...

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Jackson Johnson

Best apartments in Shawnee under ?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Shawnee sits at 212.7 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,233 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Should I be concerned? Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's changing fast ...

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Everett Adams

Relocating to Shawnee, KS -pros and cons?

Hey, I'm originally from Portland and The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $106,312 in Shawnee. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so m...

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